Whether it’s finding that first unforgiving grey hair, spotting facial flaws turn into wrinkles or having to turn the telly up that little bit louder to hear – any sign of getting older is something most ladies would like to ignore.
With more and more female celebrities openly talking about the ageing process we thought it was time women overcame the stigma of ageing, embraced the changes and stop worrying about the inevitable. The saying ‘grow old gracefully’ never gets old, even if you do…
Whatever your aging hang-up is, remember you’re not alone and some of the most glamorous ladies in the world are suffering with the same symptoms. Here are a few famous faces who have experienced the aging process and might just make you feel little more at ease with the changes your experiencing.
- Carol Vorderman and the menopause
The former Countdown host recently opened up about her struggles with menopause and candidly spoke of how the experience made her feel ‘suicidal’. But Carol is not alone in her suffering and the mathematician is just one of many women who struggle with the change. From the dramatic hormone imbalance to hot flushes and sleepless nights it’s a huge change – with statistics showing that around 80% of UK women going through the menopause suffer symptoms. With Carol opening up about her experiences, other women should be encouraged to do the same and deal openly with the change.
2. Lorraine Kelly
Although Lorraine Kelly doesn’t suffer with hearing loss the 57-year-old star decided to make an appointment for a hearing test after learning of the importance of having regular hearing checks. Hearing loss is a common, and somewhat considered unflattering sign of ageing, however the Scottish daytime host defied the stigma and took to her Twitter account to talk about her experiences. She wrote: ‘Had a great experience at Specsavers for my annual hearing check. Anyone over 55 should make it a yearly habit.’ Gordon Harrison, Specsavers’ chief audiologist explained why Lorraine made the right choice in getting her ears checked. He said: ‘Hearing checks every year are an important part of a regular healthcare routine for anyone over the age of 55. Hearing loss is a gradual thing so most people don’t realise there’s a problem until their hearing has really deteriorated.
‘It’s important to remember that hearing loss is just part of the ageing process. It’s something that happens to everyone eventually.’
- Susanna Reid and facial flaws
Susanna always looks effortlessly flawless even first thing in the morning, so the breakfast time host would be the last person you’d expect to suffer facial flaws. However the TV presenter recently took to social media to share her imperfections. She shared a before and after selfie – one with make-up and one without. Alongside the image the star wrote: ‘Me on Instagram = extra eyelashes, make-up & filters. Me in Real life = blemishes, lines & flaws. There’s a time & value for both but don’t compare your behind-the-scenes to others’ highlights reels.’
- The Duchess of Cambridge and grey hair
When the Duchess of Cambridge was seven months pregnant with her second child Charlotte, she was pictured exposing a handful of grey hairs. She had worn her hair in a half-up half-down do and had subsequently shown off a few silver streaks. Being a woman and finding a tiny grey has become such a taboo over the years, but women need to overcome the social stigma and embrace the natural changes.
- Andrea McLean and body hang ups
When women reach a certain age it’s almost impossible to be happy with the way your body looks. But it’s important not to focus on the imperfections. Loose Women panellist Andrea Mclean recently opened up her body hang-ups when she stripped down to her underwear alongside her fellow ITV hosts for an inspiring photoshoot. Admitting that she has previously struggled with her body hang ups the TV presenter insisted it was ‘crucial’ for women to be positive about their bodies. Women should be proud of their bodies and the amazing things they can do – there bound to suffer a little wear and tear over time, but that’s what we should be most proud of and learn to embrace.
Specsavers Audiologists recommends hearing checks once a year after the age of 55.
